in the galleries

In the Galleries - "It is thrilling to be celebrating 10 years of ARTSI and our annual open studios event. Not much seems to have staying power anymore, so the fact that a group of local artists could come together and establish an organization and a community event that has remained popular for a decade is so gratifying," relayed Katherine Hammond.

In the Galleries - "Each artist has a very strong point of view with a unique way of conveying it," Varvatos told us.

In the Galleries - "One of the reasons I love New York is its incredibly diverse landscape. One day I'm staring in awe at some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world, and the next I am capturing a sweeping coastline on the eastern tip of Long Island. I have been blown away by New York since my first visit decades ago," Lik told us.

In the Galleries - "In years past it's been a thrill to see artists like Rashid Johnson and David Salle stop by the fair as well as curators from major New York institutions like The Whitney," Bill Powers noted. "That is very much a trajectory we hope to continue."

In the Galleries - "There truly is something for everyone at this fine art show. It is a great time to come to the Village, stroll in our park and check out the Village restaurants," SAA Board member Danielle Leef explained.

In the Galleries - "I do not set out with an intention; I show up to work. I set out on a journey, an adventure to let the process guide me on a treasure hunt," reflected Buck. "I formally push and pull the color and form until the work begins to reveal what it is that I want to talk about in each piece; that is the treasure. The act of painting is a beautiful ritual but to merge that dance with the succinctness of content is the trick."

In the Galleries - "There are four new works that I made specifically with Montauk in mind...," Schrager told us.

In the Galleries - "The caliber of gallery is extremely high, and visitors to the Market Art + Design pavilion can expect to encounter truly world-class work," Kelly Freeman noted.

In the Galleries - Aced Gallery is truly honored to represent such creative minds like Gregory Siff and Guy Stanley. Both of these artists pull inspiration from the greats like Basquiat and Warhol which will hit home for Hamptons collectors," Cassiliano told us.

In the Galleries - "Highlights this year include Gina Beavers whose spectacular exhibition is on view currently at MoMA PS 1, Derrick Adams who was just awarded the prestigious Rauschenberg Residency, as well as the East Coast premiere for Australian painter Madeleine Pfull," Vogt noted.

In the Galleries - "We may be just starting, but we have a big space and big plans," David Datuna said about his Datuna Art Space.

In the Galleries - "The idea came to me when I was researching a local whaling adventure. A whale was caught of Amagansett in 1907," Richard Doctorow, the curator of the exhibit, explained.

In the Galleries - "The significance of the Moran's and their role locally and nationally is of great importance to the world of art," said Maria Vann, "but in a broader sense because of Thomas Moran's role in the founding of our National Parks."

In the Galleries - "Mad Mix as an exhibit concept is a play off the informal definition of mad as in mad loaded or, in this case, very mixed work with 11 featured artists," shared The White Room co-owners and directors Andrea McCafferty and Kat O'Neill.

In the Galleries - "We try to realize that this might be the only chance this animal ever has to have its voice heard and have its story told and, and get people interested in it. That's a big responsibility, but it's one we really take pride in," Sartore told us.

In the Galleries - "The human body endures as an iconic artistic expression and source of inspiration because of its ability to capture the complexity of the human condition and reflect our emotions, thoughts, dreams and nightmares," Setha Low noted.

In the Galleries - "The exhibition Summer Solstice centers around that moment, on the longest day of the year, where you contemplate your past, present and future," Gill explained.

In the Galleries - "Sag Noir has brought me more joy and satisfaction than I could have possibly dreamed. Out of destruction and loss came a lesson in generosity, kindness and community spirit," Lenzer reflected.

In the Galleries - "Our desire is to hold a free dinner, served with dignity, restaurant style, once a week for the community," revealed Reverend Karen Ann Campbell about the Community Cafe.

In the Galleries - "For this exhibit we wanted to start small to end big," Andrea McCafferty and Kat O'Neill said about All The Pieces.